Information and Knowledge Management Society Announcements

Job Available: Senior Executive/Manager, Knowledge Management

Edgar Tan — Wed, 02 May 2012 03:58:57 GMT

The Singapore Health Promotion Board (HPB) is looking for someone to fill the above position.

Responsibilities:

You will be involved in strategising, designing and implementing HPB’s Knowledge Management framework and in cultivating a knowledge sharing, collaboration and learning culture in HPB. This involves:

a) Improving usability and user adoption of HPB’s social intranet, and enhancing user experience in document/record management on the intranet.

b) Working with key stakeholders to build capacity on managing contents and collaboration spaces, and to promote the use of collaborative tools.

c) Promoting the use of knowledge capture tools and techniques and facilitating quality conversations.

d) Conceptualising and implementing initiatives which builds a knowledge sharing, collaboration and learning culture within HPB

Requirements:

o A good Degree with at least 3-5 years of relevant working experience
o Good communication and interpersonal skills
o Ability to work independently and effectively with stakeholders at all levels
o Strong interest in nurturing communities and capacity building
o Experience in project management, change management, and knowledge management is required
o Expertise in sharepoint-based intranet and background in library/information science would be relevant but not essential

To apply, pls go to: http://careers-gov-jobs.jobstreet.com.sg/jobs/jobdesc.asp?eid=1612&jid=91036092&did=19&type=0&its=0&src=8&itn=0

Application closes on 25 May 2012.

Job Available: Regional Knowledge Management and Communications Manager

Edgar Tan — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:26:26 GMT

The British Council is looking for a suitably qualified person to fill the position of Regional Knowledge Management and Communications Manager (2 years).

Job Aim:

To support regional working within East Asia by developing effective internal communications, promoting knowledge sharing, coordinating regional projects and assisting Teaching Quality Manager with the management of 'Quality in the Classroom' projects.
To promote effective communications and knowledge sharing among Regional Team - manage 'Quality in the Classroom' Sharepoint site
To promote effective communications and knowledge sharing with external costumers/ partners/institutes
To ensure that good quality support is available for the British Council’s East Asia's 'Quality in the Classroom' network and support training, and the delivery of training, accordingly.
To work with communications manager English & Exams in UK to cascade communications to English & Exams colleagues in East Asia
To attend regular meetings with communications manager English & Exams UK to ensure regional stories and events are shared proactively
To liaise with 'Quality in the Classroom' leads in East Asia

Details and application forms here: http://www.britishcouncil.org.sg/about-us/jobs/regional-knowledge-management-and-communications-manager-2-years

Applications close on 26 February 2012.

Annual General Meeting

Edgar Tan — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:24:41 GMT

Our AGM will be held on 18 February 2012 (Saturday), 9am-12.30pm, at the Singapore Polytechnic Graduates Guild (map).

Agenda
9-9.30am Introducing the KM Field Guide, by Gopinathan R of the Civil Service College
9.30-10am The Rise of Un-Conferences: Peer Learning Revolution in Asia, by Preetam Rai of SmarterBySharing
10-10.30am Coffee Break
10.30-12.00 Financial and annual reporting
12.00-12.30 Plans for 2012

Please register at this webpage.

Gurteen Knowledge Café on Storytelling

Edgar Tan — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:01:39 GMT

David Gurteen, together with iKMS exco member Karuna Ramanathan, will be hosting a knowledge café on storytelling.

Date: 13 February 2012 (Monday)
Time: 6-9pm
Venue: Brewerks Riverside Point (map)

This event is free but you will need to register at the following website:

http://www.gurteen.com/gurteen/gurteen.nsf/id/okc-singapore-feb2012

Jobs Available: Senior Executives/Managers, Organisational Learning & Excellence

Edgar Tan — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:59:09 GMT

The Health Promotion Board of Singapore is looking for suitably qualified persons to fill two vacancies in their Organisational Learning & Excellence department. To find out more about the job, follow this link.

Masterclass on Insight and Story - Discount for iKMS Members

Edgar Tan — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:59:40 GMT

Three KM luminaries - Dr Gary Klein, Shawn Callahan and Patrick Lambe - will be conducting a masterclass on Insights and Stories on 5 September 2011. The masterclass will cover:

- understanding insights in organisations
- diagnosing blokages to insights
- using story-based interventions to build and exploit insights

This brochure will tell you more about the masterclass. Members of iKMS will enjoy a 10% discount. Do note that the masterclass is fast approaching full capacity.

KM: Singapore Perspectives - Call for Articles

Edgar Tan — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 02:46:34 GMT

KM: Singapore Perspectives is an annual iKMS online compendium of knowledge management articles devoted to raising awareness of and advancing knowledge management practices in Singapore.

The 2011 Edition is intended for release in Dec 2011, and iKMS welcomes proposals by interested contributors, extending on this year's theme of the annual iKMS conference "Riding the Wave of Experience".

Contributors are encouraged to submit their synopsis to Karuna Ramanathan by 15 Aug 11. The 500-word synopsis should describe the proposed topic and its relevance from a practitioner's point of view.

Successful contributors will be informed via email, and they should be prepared to submit their drafts to iKMS by 15 Sep 11, to allow for sufficient editing opportunity.

Final drafts will be expected by 15 Oct 11.

New Corporate Member - Civil Service College

Edgar Tan — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:17:46 GMT

iKMS is delighted to have the Civil Service College as the newest corporate member of our Society. Welcome onboard, CSC!

Job Wanted

Edgar Tan — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:01:20 GMT

Meena Arivananthan is seeking a KM job in Singapore. She is experienced in executing KM strategies, providing training in knowledge sharing methods and tools, and facilitating workshops and meetings.

To find out more about Meena, please visit her LinkedIn profile. She can also be reached at her email.

Call for Case Presenters and Peer Assistees!

Edgar Tan — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 10:50:56 GMT

We are looking for case presenters or peer assistees for this year's KM Singapore conference (1-2 Sep). You are the one we are looking for if:

you have recently implemented a KM programme and you have learnt many valuable lessons;
you have a KM-related challenge and you would like to seek feedback or advice from your peers;
you are open to sharing and learning with fellow practitioners.

Interested? Then send us a simple summary of what you would like to share using these guidelines.

Dateline for submission: 30 June 2011

Job Wanted

Edgar Tan — Wed, 11 May 2011 00:34:49 GMT

Bill Proudfit has over 20 years of records, document, knowledge and information management experience in consumer goods, construction and casino compliance. He has worked at Director level for global corporations managing roll-out of global policies and compliance system implementations.

He recently completed a one-year contract at Galaxy Entertainment Group in Macau, where he:

put in a Documentum system for anti-money laundering (AML) compliance and a tracking method for physical mail routing among their six casino-hotels
did a legal review of records-keeping requirements in Macau and created a records-keeping brief and related records retention schedule
did a comparison of in-house and out-source records storage services
hired staff and trained them.

Here's more about Bill:

location preference - Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan
his LinkedIn profile
his Blog

If you have a job or relevant contacts for Bill, please send him an email.

Jobs: Senior Organisation Excellence Officer (Knowledge Management) / Senior Organisation Excellence Officer (Quality Development)

Edgar Tan — Fri, 06 May 2011 03:51:33 GMT

The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore is looking for suitable candidates to fill the above positions.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Manager in the management, administration, and operation of KM activities
Ensure that the contents in the KM System are easily retrievable
Ensure that the administration of the KM System is efficient and effective
Ensure the effectiveness of OE and KM initiatives
Develop and review policies and identify programmes to improve staffs' competencies and identify initiatives to promote knowledge sharing
Ensure that our Business Excellence Systems are of a reputable standard
Promote a learning and knowledge sharing culture so that staff have timely information and knowledge to perform the work efficiently and effectively
Promote a quality culture

Requirements:

Degree in Business Administration, Economics or Accounting
Good communication (verbal and written) skills
Good organisation and time management skills
Prior experience in KM or organisation development areas will be an advantage

To apply, please send your résumé to careers@iras.gov.sg.

Job: Manager (Knowledge, Productivity & Quality)

Edgar Tan — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 05:57:44 GMT

The National Library Board (NLB) is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the above position.

Working with internal partners and stakeholders, the candidate will develop and maintain suitable strategies and initiatives to achieve NLB's strategic KM objectives. Strategies include using Communities of Practice to develop a culture of sharing, showcasing successful sharing initiatives and promoting identified desired behaviours and characteristics; leveraging on existing document and records management initiatives to further encourage both the codifying of desired information and knowledge as well as the sharing and dissemination of such captured; assessing relevant technology, social tools and KM best practices, for adoption if suited.

To find out more about this position, visit this link. You will need this reference code - Corporate Services_AM/Mgr_02. To apply for the job, go to NLB's Careers webpage.

Job: Knowledge Manager

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 20:56:59 GMT

Knowledge Manager
Location: Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Type: Permanent
Starting: ASAP

This Knowledge Management Specialist is to implement a knowledge base system. Reporting to the DW/BI Production Manager, this individual will be responsible to develop a KM strategy road map.

Job Description

If you are interested in discussing this role, please email nick@gurulink.ca an updated resume and confirm a number where Nick may reach you.
If you are currently not looking at new opportunities please refer anyone suitable.

Job: Information Policy Advisor: East Asia

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 20:50:05 GMT

Information Policy Advisor: East Asia
Location: Singapore
Type: Two-year contract

With support from the IKM Team in the UK, the Regional Information Policy Advisor for the East Asia region will be required to support the Regional Director in his/her role as Information Asset Owner and Country Directors in his/her role as Information Asset Managers; he/she will implement relevant policy and procedures and any other agreed actions of the Information Policy Network with a view to developing a sustainable approach to IKM, implementing and evaluating at a regional level and in relevant countries. He/She will contribute to and participate in the Information Policy Network and work closely with Information Policy Advisor (Networks).

Job Description | Application Form

Videos for the KM Singapore 2010 event

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:10:56 GMT

We have published these videos for the KM Singapore 2010 event:

Welcome address by Mr Ng Kok Chuan, President iKMS
Opening address by Dr Prasad, our Guest of Honour
KM Excellence Awards: platinum awards presentation by BG Lee, SAF
2 keynote speeches by Mr Ron Young and Mr Nate Allen
KM Excellence awards presentation by Mr Patrick Lambe, Secretariat KM Excellence Awards

View the videos on our Events Resource section.

iKMS Leadership Dialogue on 27 Nov 2010

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 04:22:49 GMT

Come Jan 2011, iKMS will be 10 years’ old. As a small and non-profit society, it has been a long journey of development and growth. We have also strive to keep iKMS relevant for our members and the KM Community in Singapore. And thanks to the encouragement by Dr N Varaprasad during his GOH speech at the KM Singapore 2010, iKMS has indeed made good progress. As members of iKMS, both corporate and individual, what do you think iKMS should focus on for the next 5 years, and beyond?

For the current Exco, the past 2 years have been meaningful but filled with hectic endeavours. Their 2-year term is ending on 28 Feb 2011. The time has come for leadership renewal. For iKMS to continue her good work, we need leaders and volunteers to come forward to join the Exco and various Action Teams.

Therefore, this is a crucial period to prepare you and iKMS for the next Exco and the next lap. For this purpose, an “iKMS Leadership Dialogue” is scheduled for 20 Nov 2010 (Sat) from 9am to 12pm, at the Civil Service Club (CSC). Tea-break and lunch are provided.

The objectives of the “leadership dialogue” are:

To review the progress of iKMS, and identify the key focus for the future (including key initiatives and improvements for the next 2 to 5 years)
To interact with current leaders and key appointment holders on their roles and challenges faced (and to identify potential volunteers)

This is an open invitation to all. Come and participate in the dialogue, and make your contribution.

Feel free to contact Kok Chuan, the iKMS President, or any Exco Members for your thoughts and clarification.

$100 off for Christine Perfetti's Usability Bootcamp (for members only)

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 05:22:12 GMT

The early-bird pricing for Chistine's usability bootcamp is extended for iKMS members when you sign-up before 1st of Nov with a discount code.

Get the discount code from the members section

If you are considering to become an iKMS member, please visit the membership section of this website.

Madanmohan's post on KM Singapore 2010

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 04:47:43 GMT

Mr Madanmohan published a report on the KM Singapore 2010 which covers key points from the Guest-of-honour, the KM Excellence Awards, case studies, KM in Hong Kong and keynote address.

View the post

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Results of the KM Excellence Awards 2010

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 22:51:16 GMT

The results of the KM Excellence Awards 2010 was announced at "KM Singapore Conference" on the 16 Sep 2010 at the Legends @ Fort Canning Park. Dr N Varaprasad, former CEO of the NLB was the Guest of Honour who also gave out the awards. For the first time in the 3-year history of the awards, we have a Platinum Award recipient: the Singapore Armed Forces. Heartiest congratulations to all the winners.

Singapore Armed Forces – Platinum Award for the sustained and pervasive impact of its knowledge management initiatives, encompassing both culture change and technology deployment, to enhance the SAF's capabilities across a very wide range of operational contexts. Download citation
Singapore Youth Olympic Games Organising Committee – Silver Award in the Culture category for its disciplined approach to knowledge capture, knowledge transfer and "learning on the go" to ensure success in an extremely fast-moving and high stakes event for Singapore. Download citation
The Attorney General's Chambers – Bronze Award in the Technology & Culture categories for their information management, knowledge retention and knowledge sharing initiatives, in support of high quality legal decisions and an improved learning curve for junior officers. Download citation
Supreme Court of Singapore – Bronze Award in the Technology & Culture categories for their KM efforts to support the work of Judicial Officers and Legal Registry, in support of their key performance indicator: the timely and effective determination of cases filed. Download citation
Institute of Chemical Engineering Science - Merit Award in the Technology category for their innovative approaches to supporting the work of ICES staff with technology tools.
Intellectual Property Office of Singapore - Merit Award in the Technology category for their knowledge management friendly Sharepoint implementation.
Yokogawa Engineering Asia - Merit Award in the Technology category for their content reuse strategy, breaking down product manuals and project documentation into reusable content objects, creating work efficiencies and reducing costs.

For details of the awards and winners, visit the KM Excellence Awards page.